Qatar Airways is supporting passengers who are fasting during Ramadan and breaking their fast on board by serving an iftar meal consisting of traditional Middle Eastern specialities.
The iftar boxes feature a bespoke in-house design inspired by Arabian calligraphy and will be offered on selected routes across the Middle East, Algeria, Tunisia, Bangladesh, India and Pakistan. Each box contains a selection of sweets and savouries. The iftar boxes are offered in addition to Qatar Airways’ traditional meal service for those who are not fasting.
Qatar Airways First and Business Class passengers will be offered iftar boxes containing a selection of crudités, hummus, mini Arabic bread, chicken shawarma, focaccia with mozzarella, olives, dates, banana, fresh laban and water. Passengers travelling in Economy Class can enjoy iftar boxes filled with focaccia with mozzarella, apple slices, mixed nuts, finger baklava, dates, shortbread, marble cake, fresh laban and water.
Qatar Airways Group Chief Executive Akbar Al Baker said: “Ramadan is an important time for a great number of our customers and we are delighted to provide a service tailored to the needs of those who are fasting. We invite all passengers to embrace this special time of the year with this selection of items designed specifically with the fasting passenger in mind.”
Qatar Airways cabin crew will make an announcement and serve the iftar boxes at the appropriate time during flights, freeing passengers from having to calculate the time.